1983 Topps Traded Darryl Strawberry Rookie #108T
Darryl Strawberry · Topps · Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Darryl Strawberry
Set
1983 Topps Traded
Year
1983
Card #
#108T
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT). Centering appears slightly shifted top-to-bottom (approx 65/35). Top left corner shows very minor softening. No surface scratches or paper loss visible in photo.
Category
Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong. Strawberry remains a highly collectible '80s icon. This specific card is a staple of any serious Mets or rookie card collection and maintains high liquidity.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$30 - $55
Graded Value
PSA 7: $45-60, PSA 8: $90-115, PSA 9: $350-425
Comparable Sales
Recent PSA 8 sales range from $95 to $120. Raw copies in similar condition recently sold between $35 and $50. Prices have remained stable over the last 12 months.
Description
High-resolution 1983 Topps Traded Darryl Strawberry Rookie Card. This card features a candid dugout shot of Strawberry in his classic New York Mets uniform. The card stock is the brighter white variety exclusive to the Traded/Extended sets. Minimal edge wear and strong color preservation.
Key Features
Iconic rookie card of the 1983 NL Rookie of the Year. Released as part of the Topps Traded boxed set, making it scarcer than the standard base set. Darryl Strawberry is a legendary figure in Mets history and hobby culture.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. Correct semi-gloss finish for the 1983 Traded set. The red 'METS' text and player name 'Darryl Strawberry' show correct ink registration and sharp typography typical of late 80s Topps printing.
Flaws to Note
The centering favors the bottom edge slightly. The top-left corner shows a tiny touch of white. Common for this set, the white card stock can sometimes show minor 'chipping' on the reverse edges, which should be inspected.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card due to high volume of collectors. COMC is also a great option if you prefer a 'hands-off' approach for cards in this price tier.
Selling Tips
Listing with 'RC' and 'Mets' in the title is essential. Given the top-to-bottom centering, it is likely a PSA 8. Only grade if you believe it can hit a PSA 9, as the jump from 8 to 9 is significant ($100 to $400+). Ships safely in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a bubble mailer.